Shift Leader Fort Dodge

Shift Leader

Hardee's | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

Are you ready to take the next step in your restaurant career? As a Shift Leader, you'll play a key role in leading the team, supporting the General Manager, and ensuring every guest receives outstanding service. You'll help create a positive work environment while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys leading by example, coaching others, and growing into future management opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Lead and motivate team members during your shift to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

• Support the General Manager with daily restaurant operations and team leadership.

• Assist with training, coaching, and developing team members.

• Ensure company policies, procedures, and operational standards are followed.

• Help achieve sales, labor, and profitability goals by controlling operating costs.

• Maintain accurate inventory levels and assist with ordering and product management.

• Ensure proper cash handling and security procedures are followed.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized restaurant environment.

• Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and health standards.

• Assist with local store marketing initiatives and community engagement.

• Complete required reports and maintain restaurant records in compliance with company standards.

• Lead by example by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to outstanding customer service.

What We're Looking For

• At least 6 months of restaurant or food service experience; supervisory experience is preferred.

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, including breakfast and drive-thru operations, is a plus.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to coach, motivate, and develop team members.

• Excellent customer service skills with a positive, guest-first attitude.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to learn, accept coaching, and continue developing leadership skills.

• Basic computer and cash-handling skills.

• Valid driver's license and ability to successfully pass a background screening.

• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Why Join Hardee's?

• Competitive pay

• Leadership development and advancement opportunities

• Comprehensive training

• Flexible scheduling

• Health, dental, and vision benefits (for eligible employees)

• Paid time off (for eligible employees)

• Employee meal discounts

• Supportive team environment

If you're passionate about serving guests, developing others, and growing your leadership career, we'd love to have you on our team.

Apply today and become a leader at Hardee's!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.